This week we're sharing our very first episode with Deon Nicholas, the co-founder and CEO of Forethought AI.
In this episode, Nicholas shares how he built a company that puts customers (not hype) at the center. He unpacks his “7-Failure Rule,” the early experiments that shaped Forethought’s success, and why conviction should always come from your users, ... Show More
May 28
Best of Build Mode: Cofounders, Conflict and Compatibility
This week on Build Mode, we’re diving back into the archives for a special best-of episode all about effective partnerships, from cofounder relationships and team trust to investor dynamics and leadership communication. Host Isabelle Johannesen and producer Maggie Nye revisit som ... Show More
20m 53s
Apr 30
Maintaining Momentum and Morale During the Long Road to FDA Approval with Robhy Bustami, BioticsAI
Surviving the long road to FDA approval isn’t just about building great technology, it’s about keeping your team motivated, finding the right investors, and learning how to operate when timelines are uncertain. This week on Build Mode, Isabelle Johannesen sits down with Robbie Bu ... Show More
31m 51s
Apr 23
Don't stop hiring humans. Stop hiring the wrong humans with Jaspar Carmichael-Jack, Artisan
Surviving the early days as an AI startup isn’t just about making the technology work, it’s about hiring the right people, avoiding costly mistakes, and standing out in a crowded market. This week on Build Mode, Isabelle Johannessen sits down with Jaspar Carmichael-Jack, founder ... Show More
36m 44s
Aug 2024
How To Leverage Social Media To Sell Your Products l The Co-Founders of Womaness
<p>In today's episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience, I sit down with Michelle Jacobs and Sally Mueller, co-founders of Womaness. They share their journey of identifying a massive gap in the market for high-quality, clean products. They discuss the challenges of scaling thei ... Show More
27m 25s
Jul 2024
Alphabet is clearly looking to buy, so who's selling, and why did Wiz say no?
This week felt like two weeks rolled into one. To kick things off, Mary Ann Azevedo walked everyone through Clio’s huge fundraise. The Canadian legal tech company raised $900 million at a $3 billion valuation — a very large sum anytime, but especially in this market. Impressively ... Show More
33m 13s
Apr 2025
Rebecca Minkoff Co-Founder Rebecca Minkoff Talks Tariffs, Small Businesses
Rebecca Minkoff Co-Founder Rebecca Minkoff discusses tariffs, its affects on small businesses\, and seeking relief for small businesses via a petition to President Trump. Minkoff spoke with Bloomberg's Katie Greifeld, Sonali Basak and Matt Miller. See omnystudio.com/listener for ... Show More
6m 10s
Dec 2017
212: Uncomplicate passion & purpose {Interview with Katia Millar}
<p>Katia Millar is the Founder & Chief Inspirational Officer of Positive Fabulous Women. She's also a mentor, speaker, connector and visibility strategist supporting purpose-driven entrepreneurs to communicate their WOW in their branding, marketing & social media so that they can ... Show More
43m 51s
May 2023
Venture-backed everything for real world problems, please
This week Mary Ann, Natasha and Alex celebrated one final episode as a three, and here's what we got into:
Deals of the Week: Alex wanted to talk about the slowing of growth amongst tech companies, Natasha had notes on a brace of new Mayfield funds, while Mary Ann brought Wellth ... Show More
41m 54s
Apr 2025
[Stories of Success from Empower Alumni] From Doubts & Debt to a Thriving Coaching Business with Mary-Theresa Tringale
In Part 2 of the Alumni Series, Jess welcomes Mary Teresa Tringale, affectionately known as MT. Together, they explore MT's incredible journey from event planner to thriving online business owner. MT shares how she transitioned from event planning to building a successful coachin ... Show More
44m 40s
May 2025
A Morning With Vivian Wilson, Elon’s Estranged Daughter
In today’s special episode, we’re taking a break from political and cultural analysis to chat with someone who’s been at the center of today’s culture wars but rarely in her own voice: Vivian Jenna Wilson, Elon Musk’s 21-year-old estranged trans daughter. She tells us about her d ... Show More
47m 36s